Maternity Cover Learning Support Assistant

Looking for an exciting opportunity to make a real difference from January 2027? Join The Green Room Foundation Ltd as a Maternity Cover Learning Support Assistant and help us offer unmissable and audacious education to support and inspire our SEND pupils, in an environment that is both safe and brave. You’ll be part of fun learning experiences, building strong relationships with pupils, and bringing your passion and creativity to everything you do, to help our pupils reach their goals. Whether you’re assisting with lessons, leading activities, or mentoring students, you’ll be at the heart of our dynamic, supportive team. What we’re looking for:

• Enthusiasm, creativity, and a positive attitude
• A passion for working with young people
• A team player who’s open to new ideas

Ready to inspire and be inspired? Apply now and include a covering letter explaining why you'd be great for this role to [email protected]. Come and join us for an unforgettable year!

Some more information for you:

The Green Room Foundation Ltd works with great people to bring about audacious and unmissable education for our pupils in three unique locations. We’re currently seeking three Interns to join us for a year from September 2026. This role is an exciting opportunity to be a positive influence and a role model for our SEND pupils, while making a meaningful impact on both students and staff.

JOB TITLE: Maternity Cover Learning Support Assistant

LOCATION: Kingsley, Hampshire

REPORTING TO: Head of School

HOURS: Full time - 40 hours per week Term time

START DATE: 4th January 2027

BASE: Green Room Kingsley

PURPOSE OF THE LSA ROLE:

To provide support to the Teacher whilst they perform their daily tasks in the learning environment with an assigned group of students. Be responsible for making the learning environment ready for teaching prior to the beginning of each session and helping the teacher whilst the session is in progress. Ensure the students are following their schemes of work and life plans as set by the teacher. Outside of session times perform administrative tasks and make sure that the teacher is satisfied with the learning environment. Take part in all kinds of sessions and activities throughout a typical working day. Ensure the safety and welfare of the students during on-site and off-site activities. Promote the aims of our organisation, and reinforce our ethos. Most importantly inspire our students to be kind & curious and able to adapt to change.

MAIN DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Coaching assigned students, providing them with time to talk and in response give guidance and kindness.
• Preparing the physical learning environment for sessions/workshops/activities.
• Being ‘on duty’ at all lunch times to ensure a calm, safe environment for the students
• Ensuring that learning materials are ready for use.
• Helping the teacher to plan sessions.
• Helping students who have learning difficulties to complete tasks.
• Leading lessons for students as required; imparting your passions to our students.
• Planning and leading 1-2-1 lessons with students to accelerate their progress, and close learning gaps.
• Taking charge of group activities and making sure all students are involved.
• Initiate engaging activities related to cultural themes and personal interests.
• Providing general encouragement for all the students in the class
• Taking extra time to explain the learning material to students who have not understood it the first time.
• Helping teachers to assess the work and providing feedback to the students.
• To reinforce boundaries at all times, and ensure safety and well being.
• To plan opportunities to develop social, emotional and sporting needs of each student.
• To actively participate in staff briefings and team meetings where appropriate.
• To take part in the wide range of events, trips and activities on offer throughout the year.
• This is a full time (40 hours per week) term time role, 8:30am - 4:30pm.

As the school develops, additional tasks may be required and added to this job description.

KEY CRITERIA:

This position requires a proactive self-starter, who initiates ideas and activities and invests fully in our students' successes and their interests to build their self esteem. We are seeking innovation, energy, and positivity whilst balancing the views and responsibilities of others, whilst working cohesively within our team.

We require a calm, polite, non-judgemental person who can work quickly and precisely, can multi-task and organise their work despite interruptions to deliver to deadlines.

Be honest and approachable, and be open to feedback and other people’s ideas to best engage with students and perform all other duties.

It is a busy and varied role which suits a person who can rapidly re-prioritise depending on the circumstances at the time, and consequently has excellent attention to detail.

Being based on a farm, enthusiasm for the outdoors and working with animals is an advantage. This would be a particular advantage as the role could potentially include some specific animal care.

In addition, we require excellent interpersonal skills to liaise with colleagues and visitors, and clear precise written and verbal communication skills.

Good literacy and numeracy skills are essential, with knowledge of Google technology an advantage.

Experience of working with school Health and Safety standards.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and animals and expect all staff to share this commitment. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check.

CORE COMPETANCIES:

Student Engagement & Instructional Support: Ability to coach, encourage, and lead 1-to-1 or group learning activities, adapting explanations to close learning gaps and foster a passion for learning.

Proactive Initiative & Adaptability: Self-starter mindset capable of rapidly re-prioritizing tasks in a busy environment, taking charge of activities, and managing change smoothly.

Safeguarding & Welfare Oversight: Strong commitment to reinforcing boundaries, maintaining Health & Safety standards, and ensuring the emotional, physical, and overall well-being of students and animals.

Calm & Resilient Demeanor: Non-judgmental, patient approach with an ability to manage interruptions and maintain a structured, safe, and positive environment during structured and unstructured times (e.g., lunch duty).

Effective Communication & Collaboration: Clear written and verbal communication, combined with strong interpersonal skills to liaise cohesively with teachers, team members, and visitors.

Organization & Classroom Preparation: High attention to detail in preparing physical learning environments, setting up materials, and assisting with administrative or assessment duties on time.

Alignment with Core Values (Kindness, Curiosity & Change): Demonstrates approachability, openness to feedback, enthusiasm for cultural/outdoor/farm activities, and an inspiring approach that builds student self-esteem.

The Green Room Foundation is an organisation that is both safe and brave. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and animals. All roles are subject to an enhanced DBS check and suitable references.

The Green Room Foundation is a values based organisation that encourages a commitment to our core values of Kindness, Curiosity and Change in our actions, decisions and operations. (See attached observable behaviours). We foster an inclusive and equitable workplace and encourage applications from all backgrounds.

This is a full-time, term-time Maternity Cover (40 hours per week), from 8:30 am to 4:30 pm from January 4th 2027.

We're looking forward to hearing from you!

Pay: From £23,900.00 per year

Benefits:

• Casual dress
• Cycle to work scheme
• Discounted or free food
• Life insurance
• On-site parking
• Private medical insurance
• Sick pay

Work authorisation:

• United Kingdom (required)

Work Location: In person